
Shamatha Meditation
Guided shamatha meditation with quiet seated practice punctuated by mindful walking breaks. Beginner friendly and free, held in a calm Urban Dharma sangha setting for all levels in West Asheville.
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Guided silent sitting practice interspersed with mindful walking meditation in Urban Dharma's quiet studio, suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners; free, in person drop in sessions foster a supportive sangha atmosphere.

Guided silent sitting practice interspersed with mindful walking meditation in Urban Dharma's quiet studio, suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners; free, in person drop in sessions foster a supportive sangha atmosphere.
Guided silent sitting practice interspersed with mindful walking meditation in Urban Dharma's quiet studio, suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners; free, in person drop in sessions foster a supportive sangha atmosphere.

Silent sitting and continuous mantra practice guided by a long-time meditator, with space for sharing and Q and A. Includes gentle walking meditation and a donation-based, drop-in friendly format for all levels.

Silent sitting and continuous mantra practice guided by a long-time meditator, with space for sharing and Q and A. Includes gentle walking meditation and a donation-based, drop-in friendly format for all levels.
Silent sitting and continuous mantra practice guided by a long-time meditator, with space for sharing and Q and A. Includes gentle walking meditation and a donation-based, drop-in friendly format for all levels.

A 30-minute guided sit followed by a short break, a dharma talk, and Q&A discussion with a founding teacher or facilitator. Beginner meditation instructions and an option to attend in person or online.

A 30-minute guided sit followed by a short break, a dharma talk, and Q&A discussion with a founding teacher or facilitator. Beginner meditation instructions and an option to attend in person or online.
A 30-minute guided sit followed by a short break, a dharma talk, and Q&A discussion with a founding teacher or facilitator. Beginner meditation instructions and an option to attend in person or online.

Weekly mindfulness sit with a supportive community, available in person at a local meditation center or online via Zoom. A simple, steady practice space for grounding, stress relief, and building consistency.

Weekly mindfulness sit with a supportive community, available in person at a local meditation center or online via Zoom. A simple, steady practice space for grounding, stress relief, and building consistency.
Weekly mindfulness sit with a supportive community, available in person at a local meditation center or online via Zoom. A simple, steady practice space for grounding, stress relief, and building consistency.

A free 30 minute evening online meditation space designed for moms to build a steady routine and pause from hectic days. Expect gentle guided practice, shared experiences, and a supportive community focused on calm, balance, and self care.

A free 30 minute evening online meditation space designed for moms to build a steady routine and pause from hectic days. Expect gentle guided practice, shared experiences, and a supportive community focused on calm, balance, and self care.
A free 30 minute evening online meditation space designed for moms to build a steady routine and pause from hectic days. Expect gentle guided practice, shared experiences, and a supportive community focused on calm, balance, and self care.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle grounded in Buddhist teachings, using meditation and shared discussion to address addictive tendencies and build freedom from suffering. A supportive community space focused on empowerment and mutual accountability.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle grounded in Buddhist teachings, using meditation and shared discussion to address addictive tendencies and build freedom from suffering. A supportive community space focused on empowerment and mutual accountability.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle grounded in Buddhist teachings, using meditation and shared discussion to address addictive tendencies and build freedom from suffering. A supportive community space focused on empowerment and mutual accountability.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with meditation and mutual support for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, healing, and community accountability.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with meditation and mutual support for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, healing, and community accountability.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with meditation and mutual support for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A compassionate Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, healing, and community accountability.

A beginner friendly meditation class centered on an easy, effective guided technique and building a daily habit. Highlights physical and mental health benefits alongside spiritual growth teachings connected to Sant Ra’s tradition.

A beginner friendly meditation class centered on an easy, effective guided technique and building a daily habit. Highlights physical and mental health benefits alongside spiritual growth teachings connected to Sant Ra’s tradition.
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A free three week online webinar series unpacking the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear instruction and dedicated sit time each session. Focuses on identifying and removing common meditation blockages with an experienced facilitator.

A free three week online webinar series unpacking the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear instruction and dedicated sit time each session. Focuses on identifying and removing common meditation blockages with an experienced facilitator.
A free three week online webinar series unpacking the art and science of meditation for healthy living, with clear instruction and dedicated sit time each session. Focuses on identifying and removing common meditation blockages with an experienced facilitator.

A free online meditation class focused on finding inner peace and stability during difficult times. Expect gentle guided practice and practical tools for stress relief that support emotional balance and overall wellbeing.

A free online meditation class focused on finding inner peace and stability during difficult times. Expect gentle guided practice and practical tools for stress relief that support emotional balance and overall wellbeing.
A free online meditation class focused on finding inner peace and stability during difficult times. Expect gentle guided practice and practical tools for stress relief that support emotional balance and overall wellbeing.

A free three week online webinar series that breaks down the art and science of meditation for healthy living. Expect step by step instruction from an experienced facilitator plus dedicated time for guided practice each session.

A free three week online webinar series that breaks down the art and science of meditation for healthy living. Expect step by step instruction from an experienced facilitator plus dedicated time for guided practice each session.
A free three week online webinar series that breaks down the art and science of meditation for healthy living. Expect step by step instruction from an experienced facilitator plus dedicated time for guided practice each session.

Daily silent sit Monday through Friday at Urban Dharma, welcoming beginners and experienced meditators with cushions and alternate seating; drop in anytime, please remove shoes, and donate on a dana basis for practice.

Daily silent sit Monday through Friday at Urban Dharma, welcoming beginners and experienced meditators with cushions and alternate seating; drop in anytime, please remove shoes, and donate on a dana basis for practice.
Daily silent sit Monday through Friday at Urban Dharma, welcoming beginners and experienced meditators with cushions and alternate seating; drop in anytime, please remove shoes, and donate on a dana basis for practice.

Online Sunday morning Zoom sit with 40 minutes of unguided silent meditation, closing with loving kindness practice. Continues with a short mindfulness and Buddhist teaching video, then group discussion and Q&A with a trained teacher.

Online Sunday morning Zoom sit with 40 minutes of unguided silent meditation, closing with loving kindness practice. Continues with a short mindfulness and Buddhist teaching video, then group discussion and Q&A with a trained teacher.
Online Sunday morning Zoom sit with 40 minutes of unguided silent meditation, closing with loving kindness practice. Continues with a short mindfulness and Buddhist teaching video, then group discussion and Q&A with a trained teacher.

A 30-minute guided meditation sets a calm tone before a short break and a group reading with discussion of a Buddhist text. Beginner friendly and free, with space for thoughtful questions and sangha connection.

A 30-minute guided meditation sets a calm tone before a short break and a group reading with discussion of a Buddhist text. Beginner friendly and free, with space for thoughtful questions and sangha connection.
A 30-minute guided meditation sets a calm tone before a short break and a group reading with discussion of a Buddhist text. Beginner friendly and free, with space for thoughtful questions and sangha connection.

A free online session exploring compassionate communication through the lens of shared divinity and relating at the level of the soul. Learn a simple guided meditation practice designed to build empathy, presence, and heart centered connection.

A free online session exploring compassionate communication through the lens of shared divinity and relating at the level of the soul. Learn a simple guided meditation practice designed to build empathy, presence, and heart centered connection.
A free online session exploring compassionate communication through the lens of shared divinity and relating at the level of the soul. Learn a simple guided meditation practice designed to build empathy, presence, and heart centered connection.